Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Medellin: what you need to know
Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is 6 hours behind Zagreb.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from ZAG to Medellin.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from Croatia and want to travel to Colombia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Zagreb, ZAG can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 58 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ZAG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Medellin
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin is C$576. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,158. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZAG to Medellin if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Locking in a cheap ticket from ZAG to Medellin couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 36 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Book a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 31 minutes.
After your flight from ZAG to Medellin, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EOH. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin. August is the busiest month to travel to Medellin. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ZAG to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Medellin and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Medellin.
